1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1958 Seat 600
To start off, 1959 Citroen 2CV is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1958 Seat 600 (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (13 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Seat 600 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 24 kg more than 1958 Seat 600.
Because 1958 Seat 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen 2CV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Seat 600 (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Seat 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1958 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | 2CV | 600 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 13 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
